Shimli - Ramnagar, Nainital
Shimli is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Bhalon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimli is 055412. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.32 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shimli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shimli
As per Census 2011, Shimli village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 54 males and 50 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shimli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 13 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Shimli
Shimli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shimli
Shimli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Shimli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shimli is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shimli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shimli
Where is Shimli located?
Shimli village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimli is Bhalon.
What is the pincode of Shimli?
The pincode of Shimli is 244715.
What is the population of Shimli?
Shimli has a total population of 104, including 54 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Shimli?
There are 20 households in Shimli.
What is the literacy rate in Shimli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimli is 65.38%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 54.00%.